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Barack Obama, wife Michelle return to the White House

Former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, returned to the White House Wednesday, unveiling official portraits with a modern vibe in an event that set humour and nostalgia over his presidency against the current harsh political talk about the survival of democracy.

Mrs Obama, a descendant of slaves, said the occasion for her was more about the promise of America for people like herself.